Customs Foils Smuggling Attempt: Man Arrested in Kochi

The Customs department thwarted a smuggling attempt of hybrid ganja worth Rs 1 crore through the Postal Appraising Section. A man in Kochi was arrested following surveillance and a strategic operation involving a dummy parcel. Further investigations reveal a potential network targeting students and young individuals.

A smuggling operation attempting to transport hybrid ganja, valued at Rs 1 crore, was intercepted by the Customs department in Kochi.

Officials acted on specific intelligence concerning the shipment from Thailand, overseeing operations through the Postal Appraising Section on February 18.

A subsequently arrested suspect disclosed further details suggesting a distribution network aimed at students.